Jambaguda - Bishamakatak, Rayagada
Jambaguda is a village situated in the Bishamakatak tehsil of Rayagada district, Odisha. It is located approximately 62 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bishamakatak and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Rayagada . Kankubadi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Jambaguda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jambaguda is 425319. The village covers a total geographical area of 234 hectares and falls under the 765019 pincode. Rayagada is the nearest town, located about 50 km away.
Jambaguda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bissam cuttack Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Koraput Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Jambaguda
As per Census 2011, Jambaguda village has a total population of 221 people, consisting of 102 males and 119 females. The village has 59 households and a sex ratio of 1,166 females per 1,000 males. There are 30 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 64 literate and 157 illiterate residents. Additionally, 22 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 199 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Jambaguda are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 221 | 102 | 119 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 30 | 16 | 14 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 22 | 11 | 11 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 199 | 91 | 108 |
| Literate Population | 64 | 42 | 22 |
| Illiterate Population | 157 | 60 | 97 |
Nearby Villages of Jambaguda
Jambaguda is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Jambaguda
Public transport in the Jambaguda is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Jambaguda.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Rayagada to Jambaguda is about 50 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Jambaguda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jambaguda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Jambaguda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jambaguda village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Jambaguda
Where is Jambaguda located?
Jambaguda village is located in Bishamakatak Tehsil, Rayagada district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jambaguda?
The Gram Panchayat of Jambaguda is Kankubadi.
What is the pincode of Jambaguda?
The pincode of Jambaguda is 765019.
What is the population of Jambaguda?
Jambaguda has a total population of 221, including 102 males and 119 females.
How many households are there in Jambaguda?
There are 59 households in Jambaguda.
What is the literacy rate in Jambaguda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jambaguda is 28.96%. Male literacy is 41.18% and female literacy is 18.49%.